Member Benefits

The Western Surgical Association (WSA) offers members the chance to build lifelong friendships, establish meaningful mentorships, and connect within a vibrant community of surgeons committed to advancing the art and science of surgery. Membership benefits include discounted registration for WSA meetings and events, access to exclusive member programs, a complimentary online subscription to Surgery, and more.

WSA is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of surgical practice and to promoting the delivery of the best possible patient care. Our activities span the breadth of general surgery across academic and private practice, with a focus on recent advances in basic science, innovative technologies, perioperative care, diagnostic accuracy, surgical outcomes, and critical analysis of emerging evidence.

Members benefit from:

  • Connect with renowned surgeons in a welcoming, collegial environment
    Join a distinguished network of leaders in surgery who are approachable, collaborative, and committed to advancing the profession while supporting one another.
  •  Build lasting professional relationships and a supportive community of colleagues
    Form friendships and collaborations that extend beyond the Annual Meeting, creating a trusted circle of peers who understand the challenges and rewards of surgical practice. 
  •  Advance your career through mentorship and leadership opportunities
    Gain guidance from established surgeons, serve in leadership roles, and shape the future of the association and the specialty.
  •  Access exclusive member-only programs and resources
    Benefit from specialized content, professional development initiatives, and tools designed to support both academic and private practice surgeons.
  •  Receive discounted registration for WSA meetings and events
    Save on registration fees while participating in high-quality educational sessions, engaging social events, and unmatched networking opportunities.
  •  Enjoy a complimentary annual online subscription to Surgery
    Stay current with the latest research and developments in the field through access to this premier surgical journal.
  •  Take on faculty roles at the Annual Meeting
    Share your expertise as a speaker, moderator, or panelist, and contribute to the high-caliber educational programming WSA is known for. 
  •  Explore publication opportunities in Surgery
    Showcase your research and thought leadership by publishing in a leading journal that reaches a global audience of surgical professionals.

The WSA Annual Meeting, held each fall, blends outstanding education with inviting social events and mentorship opportunities in a beautiful resort setting.

Membership Eligibility

· Graduate of an accredited medical school and completion of residency training

· Board certification in specialty

· Established reputation as a surgeon

Application Checklist

· CV

· One WSA Member Sponsor (name & email)

· Two WSA Member Endorsers (names & emails)

· No letters of recommendation required – sponsors and endorsers will automatically receive an email after your application is submitted to confirm with a simple “yes” or “no.”

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